wnba Game Recap
Mercury Down Golden State 81-72 - Match Report
Phoenix earned a 81-72 victory over Golden State on Friday, getting 18 points from Monique Akoa Makani at PHX Arena.
Phoenix was the ATS victor, as they covered the -8.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 157.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Phoenix got 14 points from DeWanna Bonner and another 13 points from Alyssa Thomas. Alyssa Thomas contributed 16 assists, while Alyssa Thomas cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Golden State got 15 points from Janelle Salaun in a losing cause and another 11 points from Veronica Burton. Veronica Burton contributed 8 assists for the Valkyries, while Laeticia Amihere had 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 41-31 at the break.
Phoenix won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-31.
Phoenix looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sparks. The Valkyries will aim to get back on the winning track at Dallas.